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It's all one size, XS. I'm in the store trying to decide. In the first 2 pictures I have the top over a sweater. In the last, just over a cotton tank. Is it too big or fluid and fashionable in it's volume?

I also really like you in lighter colours, and spring is coming. And I find that kind of loose, wavy hem can look like something that is stretched out. So, I'm leaning Nay. But I don't know if there is something you really love about it - it's hard to see the detail. I do like it better without the tank underneath because, well, "structure", I guess!

I'm wavering too. You can wear black and dark colors just fine, but I'm wondering about this one at this time of year. Sometimes when I'm liking a top I now have to ask myself, what is it replacing, or what outfit am I trying to make with it, or I get too random.

So is it a printed sweater (or top) with solid black sleeves? I love the print for you, but wish the sleeves were a lighter grey instead of the black, but I'm sure you could make this work. Do you have any specs frames that are dark?

I brought it home to try styling. The sweater is an EF "washable wool & linen blurred stripes. My thoughts were that it could be worn with black, white, cream or light neutral bottoms like blush. The stylish SA suggested wearing it out under a moto jacket or even layer it over a midi dress.
The sleeves are fitted and give it structure.
Thank you all for your thoughts. Claire, I don't have any dark rimmed specs. Something to consider.

Very cool, it's almost like a flamestitch pattern. On the model, it looks like the sleeves are a bit sheer, which will go a long way to lightening up the black. And like you said, you could style it with white jeans or other lighter pants to further soften. I like!

Looks like a lovely piece that maybe just didn't photograph that well. J crew is showing their merino tunic with a wavy hem so what do I know?
I am thinking this top might work with your new black skirt? And your hair

I need to try this top on again. I really like it but am not sure if it is right for me. I felt great in it with my skinny black jeans in the dressing room but it didn't look as good in the photos. I will need to really love this to keep it as it is still pricey even on sale. But it could be that wild card that can upgrade a casual jeans outfit or turn a column of neutral into something special.
Claire, the sleeves are a bit sheer.

I vote yay. I don't think the photographs are doing it justice, based on your own assessment and others' comments here. I find the color very flattering on you with those lovely silver streaks brightening the black. The weight and color--and the fact that you have shown it over long sleeves and a tank--make it seem to me like a sweater you could wear three seasons (all but summer)--true? I can envision it with white, perhaps taupe, bright or light colors. . . . It could play nicely in a holiday capsule, too. I like your idea of a wild card. Something a little unexpected but still very much your style.If you're still thinking about it, bring it home and try it with your wardrobe. You can return it if it doesn't work with all the things you expect it to.

Firecracker and Unfrumped, thank you for your comments. One of the plus side considerations is that this could be worn most of the year, if not year round in summer air conditioning. I'm thinking that it would look good with all the ideas that Firecracker mentions, like citron.

unfrumped is so right - my black EF dress I just bought didn't photograph well but the feel of it on, the movement of when walking, the non clinging, the softness - all those things can't be described or photographed.

Yup = photos are a tool to help us assess, right? But we don't walk around all day wondering how we would look in a photo. If it feels wonderful both sensually and visually (if that makes sense), the photos should not be as important. Case in point: I've been starting to take some (crappy work restroom!) photos and I can see some of my current favourites may not be the top-most flattering looks. But I love, love, love baggy jeans, fluid fits and sneakers. I always have. So am I going to miss out on a fashion moment that includes those items? Not on your life. I look at the pics. assess what I can tweak and what I can live with, and remember how comfortable and *me* I felt in those outfits.

I'm sure this lovely top is home with you by now and it should be. As soon as I opened the photo, it seemed to be just right, in size, color and style. It's very pretty, Joy, and knowing that you can wear it throughout the year makes it an even better buy. Yay!